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Pakistani security forces have killed 35 militants in coordinated operations against the Pakistani Taliban along the Afghanistan border, though the confrontations resulted in the deaths of 12 soldiers, according to military statements

Nepal has inaugurated its first female head of government, following a week of historic and violent demonstrations that led to the collapse of the previous administration. Sushila Karki, the nation’s former chief

China has pledged to take necessary measures to defend its economic interests following Mexico’s announcement of plans to impose a 50% tariff on Chinese vehicle imports. The Chinese government characterized the decision

A new global analysis indicates that political campaigns in a majority of the countries studied featured discriminatory language targeting LGBTQ+ communities. The research, which examined electoral processes across 60 nations and the

The Trump administration is reportedly urging European allies to implement tariffs of up to 100% on imports from China and India in a significant escalation of economic pressure aimed at compelling Russia

A South Korean court has overturned the 1965 conviction of a woman who was found guilty of grievous bodily harm for defending herself against a sexual assault. The case dates back to

Kathmandu remains under military-enforced curfew following days of violent protests that have left the city center resembling a war zone. The unrest, driven primarily by young citizens, has resulted in multiple fatalities

Thailand’s Supreme Court has ordered former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to serve a one-year prison sentence, overturning a controversial hospital stay that had replaced his initial detention. The ruling marks a significant

Japan’s political landscape faces renewed turmoil following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s unexpected resignation announcement, marking the second leadership collapse within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party in under two years. The departure stems

The annual Pacific Islands Forum has commenced in the Solomon Islands under a cloud of controversy, with host Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele barring external nations, including major powers like China and the